#512 ART- The Moon is Flat (And Other Economic Truths)

The global monetary system is facing a reckoning, and the signs are everywhere if you know where to look. We're witnessing what appears to be a controlled demolition of the fiat currency paradigm, disguised as routine economic management. Today we dive deep into the Federal Reserve's puzzling decision to maintain elevated interest rates despite clear economic warning signs. Housing sales have plummeted to levels not seen since 1995, yet central bankers remain steadfast in their high-rate policy. This begs the question Michael Snyder recently posed: "Is the Federal Reserve purposely trying to destroy the US economy?" The evidence suggests something more systematic than mere incompetence. Since 1973—the last year America ran a trade surplus—we've been on a trajectory of declining manufacturing capability, increasing financialization, and transformation into a consumer-based rather than production-based economy. This wasn't accidental but engineered through policies that shipped our manufacturing overseas and decoupled our currency from tangible value. Meanwhile, the world's largest holders of capital are quietly positioning themselves differently than what mainstream financial networks suggest. They're acquiring physical assets—precious metals, agricultural land, energy resources, and commodities. Central banks worldwide are accumulating gold at record rates, while corporate treasuries diversify into Bitcoin and other hard assets. These aren't speculative moves but defensive positions against what sophisticated players recognize as the end game of the fiat experiment. We also explore historical parallels as we find ourselves in what scholars call a "fourth turning"—a cyclical period of upheaval occurring approximately every 80 years. The last fourth turning culminated in world-changing events including the atomic bombings of Japan—which evidence suggests may have been unnecessary as surrender was already imminent. Whether you're concerned about preserving wealth or simply understanding the forces shaping our economic future, this episode offers crucial insights into navigating what may be the most significant financial transformation of our lifetimes. Subscribe now and join us as we separate financial reality from the myths perpetuated by those who benefit from keeping you in the dark.